There are many, many, many reasons to become a dog owner. You can Google them, ask your dog-owning friends, or even play with a good boy!/girl!, but if you’re like us and too lazy to do any of that, here’s some simple reasons why you should explore the Furry Brick Road!
#1. Exercise
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Rest assured, you will no longer have to struggle! With a dog, you’ll now go overboard on your steps, and not look like Phoebe from Friends doing cardio. Dogs need exercise and they need to be walked every day. It’ll be even more fun when they see a squirrel and take off after it and you have to sprint faster than your coach made you run in gym class to catch ahold of the leash again!
Who needs friends and family to walk with when you have a four-legged one?
#2. Social Interaction
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Do you want to be more social but hate the small talk? Do you want to meet new people but don’t want to force the conversation? Have you ever had to ask someone “How’s the weather?”
Presenting a pet dog! Dogs are social creatures, and they love to meet new people and other dogs. They'll be the perfect icebreaker when you're out and about, and before you know it, you'll be making new friends and adding people on social media left, right, and center. Who needs social skills when you have a dog to deceive people into thinking you’re extroverted?
#3. Stress Relief
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Are you tired after a long day of work? Are you frustrated after that passive-aggressive comment that Hannah from Accounting made? Stress no more! Owning a dog is an excellent way to relieve stress. Dogs help you to wind down and take the load off of the day. Just petting a dog is enough to help lower those stress levels and relax. Who can still be stressed out after looking at that smiling face?
In conclusion, owning a dog comes with some fantastic benefits that will make your life happier, healthier, and more exciting. So, what are you waiting for? Head to your local shelter and adopt a furry friend today! Just be prepared for some slobbery kisses and unconditional love. Trust me, it's worth it.